Participants in the Albany Memorial Day Parade march down Central Ave. on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Participants in the Albany Memorial Day Parade march down Central Ave. on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Members of the Fort Crailo American Legion Yankee Doodle Band perform as they march down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Members of the Fort Crailo American Legion Yankee Doodle Band perform as they march down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Members of the Patriot Guard Riders take part in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Members of the Patriot Guard Riders take part in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Doug Gibson, of Rensselaer, is reflected in his side mirror as he watches students from Christian Brothers Academy march by during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. Gibson and his girl friend, Carol Reichel, of Colonie, not pictured, have been coming to the parade for the past 43 years. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Doug Gibson, of Rensselaer, is reflected in his side mirror as he watches students from Christian Brothers Academy march by during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. Gibson ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Members of the Albany Falcons Marching Band perform as they march in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Members of the Albany Falcons Marching Band perform as they march in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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The Mohonasen Marching Band heads down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

The Mohonasen Marching Band heads down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Drummers in the Mohonasen Marching Band are reflected in the tuba of a fellow band member as they took part in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Drummers in the Mohonasen Marching Band are reflected in the tuba of a fellow band member as they took part in the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times ... more

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Ron Guiry of Colonie holds a sign he made up as he watches the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. Guiry said that the sign was "My little part of saying thank you to the vets who served and to all the men and women still serving." (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Ron Guiry of Colonie holds a sign he made up as he watches the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. Guiry said that the sign was "My little part of saying thank you to the vets who ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Joann Curtis, left, of Albany watches the parade with her grand children, sisters, Sharai Canal, 2, and Shacki Stuart, 6, during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Joann Curtis, left, of Albany watches the parade with her grand children, sisters, Sharai Canal, 2, and Shacki Stuart, 6, during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Colonie Town Supervisor Paula Mahan, background left, addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Colonie Town Supervisor Paula Mahan, background left, addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies ... more

State Assemblyman Phil Steck addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

State Assemblyman Phil Steck addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Wreaths were placed at the veterans memorials at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Wreaths were placed at the veterans memorials at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Colonie Town Justice, Peter Crummey, addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Colonie Town Justice, Peter Crummey, addresses those gathered at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, ... more

Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Italian Benevolent Society sing the Star-Spangled Banner at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Italian Benevolent Society sing the Star-Spangled Banner at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Officials with the Town of Colonie and with the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary, stand for the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Officials with the Town of Colonie and with the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary, stand for the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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The names of veterans who served in World War II are seen on a monument at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

The names of veterans who served in World War II are seen on a monument at West Albany Memorial Park during the 14th annual wreath laying ceremony put on by the Italian Benevolent Society and Ladies Auxiliary ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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The grave marker for long-time president of St. Claire's Hospital, Jerome Stewart, in the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. Stewart served in the Army in France during World War II and was awarded the Bronze star and Purple Heart. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

The grave marker for long-time president of St. Claire's Hospital, Jerome Stewart, in the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. Stewart served in the Army in France during World ... more

Photo: Dan Little

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members of the City of Albany Pipe Band march down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

members of the City of Albany Pipe Band march down Central Ave. during the Albany Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013 in Albany, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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The family of long-time president of St. Clare's Hospital the late Jerome Stewart, stand for a picture with Albany Bishop Howard J. Hubbard, after a special Memorial Day Mass held at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. From left, Victoria Maloney, Kate Maloney, Jennifer Lotano, Bishop Howard J. Hubbard, Dolores Stewart, Rita Dee, Jessica O'Connell and her son Ambrose. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

The family of long-time president of St. Clare's Hospital the late Jerome Stewart, stand for a picture with Albany Bishop Howard J. Hubbard, after a special Memorial Day Mass held at the Most Holy Redeemer ... more

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Reverend Richard Carlino, right, prepares Bishop of Albany, Howard J. Hubbard for a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

Reverend Richard Carlino, right, prepares Bishop of Albany, Howard J. Hubbard for a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to ... more

Bishop of Albany Howard J. Hubbard speaks during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union)

Bishop of Albany Howard J. Hubbard speaks during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union)

Photo: Dan Little

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Bishop of Albany, Howard J. Hubbard, right, prepares the elements for Communion with Reverend Richard Carlino during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

Bishop of Albany, Howard J. Hubbard, right, prepares the elements for Communion with Reverend Richard Carlino during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in ... more

Veterans were honored during a special Memorial Day Mass, as part of a national celebration, "Serving God and Country: A memorial Day Salute to Our Heroes," at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

Veterans were honored during a special Memorial Day Mass, as part of a national celebration, "Serving God and Country: A memorial Day Salute to Our Heroes," at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, ... more

Photo: Dan Little

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Bishop of Albany Howard J. Hubbard prepares the elements for Communion during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the Times Union) less

Bishop of Albany Howard J. Hubbard prepares the elements for Communion during a special Memorial Day Mass at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Monday, May 27, 2013 in Niskayuna, N.Y. (Dan Little/Special to the ... more

Color guard members of the Capt. Wm. Dale O'Brien Detachment, Marine Crops League take part in a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Color guard members of the Capt. Wm. Dale O'Brien Detachment, Marine Crops League take part in a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. ... more

Albany County Executive Dan McCoy addresses those gathered for a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Albany County Executive Dan McCoy addresses those gathered for a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Veterans and guests gather for a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Veterans and guests gather for a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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A view of the grave site during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

A view of the grave site during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Aiden Cameron of Green Island bows his head during the closing prayer during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. Cameron is in the Young Marines Program, an anti-drug program run by the Marine Corps League (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Aiden Cameron of Green Island bows his head during the closing prayer during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. Cameron is in the ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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A wreath was placed at the grave site during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

A wreath was placed at the grave site during a memorial service at the grave of President Chester Arthur on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Albany Rural Cemetery. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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Presentation of the Colors by the Veterans of Lansingburgh Color Guard during The Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc. Memorial Day weekend ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday May 25, 2013 in Troy, N.Y. (Michael P. Farrell/Times Union) less

Presentation of the Colors by the Veterans of Lansingburgh Color Guard during The Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc. Memorial Day weekend ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday May 25, 2013 in Troy, N.Y. (Michael ... more

Photo: Michael P. Farrell

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US Coast Guard Veteran Charlie Peterson, center, leads a group sing along of "God Bless America" during The Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc. Memorial Day weekend ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday May 25, 2013 in Troy, N.Y. (Michael P. Farrell/Times Union) less

US Coast Guard Veteran Charlie Peterson, center, leads a group sing along of "God Bless America" during The Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc. Memorial Day weekend ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday May 25, ... more

Members of East Greenbush VFW Post 7338 lead the annual East Greenbush Memorial Day Parade on Saturday May 25, 2013 in East Greenbush, N.Y. (Michael P. Farrell/Times Union)

Members of East Greenbush VFW Post 7338 lead the annual East Greenbush Memorial Day Parade on Saturday May 25, 2013 in East Greenbush, N.Y. (Michael P. Farrell/Times Union)

Photo: Michael P. Farrell

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Clad in rain gear, with instruments at ease, the Yankee Doodle Band of Rensselaer marches in the annual East Greenbush Memorial Day Parade on Saturday May 25, 2013 in East Greenbush, N.Y. (Michael P. Farrell/Times Union) less

Clad in rain gear, with instruments at ease, the Yankee Doodle Band of Rensselaer marches in the annual East Greenbush Memorial Day Parade on Saturday May 25, 2013 in East Greenbush, N.Y. (Michael P. ... more

Photo: Michael P. Farrell

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A fallen soldier battle display is set up at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

A fallen soldier battle display is set up at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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The New York military forces honor guard firing party fires their riffles three times at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

The New York military forces honor guard firing party fires their riffles three times at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval ... more

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval ... more

The Division of Military and Naval Affairs headquarters hold a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country.at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

The Division of Military and Naval Affairs headquarters hold a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country.at the New York State Division of ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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Major General Patrick Murphy, the Adjutant General, speaks during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Major General Patrick Murphy, the Adjutant General, speaks during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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Mary Kavaney, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Public Safety, speaks on behalf of the Governor during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Mary Kavaney, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Public Safety, speaks on behalf of the Governor during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at ... more

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps next to the New York military forces honor guard firing party at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps next to the New York military forces honor guard firing party at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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Mary Kavaney, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Public Safety, speaks on behalf of the Governor during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Mary Kavaney, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Public Safety, speaks on behalf of the Governor during a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at ... more

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps next to the New York military forces honor guard firing party at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their country at the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs on Thursday, May 23, 2013 in Latham, N.Y. (Lori Van Buren / Times Union) less

Private first class Tiara Conklin plays taps next to the New York military forces honor guard firing party at a pre-Memorial Day ceremony honoring military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice to their ... more

Photo: Lori Van Buren

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Members of the Cub Scouts Pack 51 and Boy Scouts Troop 264, salute during the Pledge of Allegiance at a ceremony following the
Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Members of the Cub Scouts Pack 51 and Boy Scouts Troop 264, salute during the Pledge of Allegiance at a ceremony following the
Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. (Paul ... more

Natalie Dodge, 3, and her brother David Dodge, 5, watch for their father in the Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. The children's father, David Dodge, is a volunteer member and past chief of the Guilderland Center Fire Department. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union) less

Natalie Dodge, 3, and her brother David Dodge, 5, watch for their father in the Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. The children's father, David Dodge, is a volunteer member ... more

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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A wreath is placed at a veteran's memorial in Orsini Park during a ceremony following the Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

A wreath is placed at a veteran's memorial in Orsini Park during a ceremony following the Altamont Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in Altamont, NY. (Paul Buckowski / Times Union)

Photo: Paul Buckowski

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